Comments on: Savour to open on Market St.

By: Gifford's Parents

Gifford's Parents — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 07:28:16 +0000

It would be fabulous if Savour offers delicious, straightforward, freshly prepared food like Dish used to. It was perfect for that Thurs or Fri night when you're too tired to cook and don't want the expense of going to a restaurant. Dish was in the space currently occupied by the Cupcake store on Market. Dish always had rotisserie chicken, celery root salad, risotta cakes, pasta sauces, etc. I think the only reason they went out of business is because the couple who owned it divorced.

By: Annamatopoetry

Annamatopoetry — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:28:46 +0000

Nice! Other than pickled herring (which I don't eat), I really really hope they might be able to have some proper wine glögg (maybe Blossa?) instead of the horrendous sweet stuff that scand stores and ikea sell.

By: D. @ Outside Oslo

D. @ Outside Oslo — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:22:45 +0000

Looking forward to checking out the new store! It makes me think of a great little store in Walla Walla that has a cheese closet and salt counter–seriously. More types of salt than you can imagine!

I'm with those of you who hope there'll be some Scandinavian goods there, too!

By: ZephyrV2

ZephyrV2 — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:58:26 +0000

I saw that Savour had an ad on MyBallard and decided to click. It takes you to their blog where they commented on this post. Thought you'd be interested inwhat the owners have to say if you haven't seen their blog for yourself.

“Check out the story and the comments! It’s fun to see people’s reactions, some quite strong , and I’ve been looking for the last 2 days for a pickled herring and lutefisk wholesaler!”

By: Ballard Dad

Ballard Dad — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:55:49 +0000

Sweet! Guess what? I live in Ballard and I love specialty food stores. I hope they have truffle salt, Comte, and even pickled herring, but really, you can get that pretty much anywhere. I am very excited to have a place like this opening in our neighborhood. Maybe they'll have some good value items too, but not every place has to cater to the frugal, go to TJ's or get some Cheet-O's at the gas station.

By: alex

alex — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:45:33 +0000

Morel's are almost always at the farmers market. Also, try Pike Place and Thriftway. You can also settle for dried morels if need be. Morels are great, but watch the price tag, they don't come cheap.

By: cvn66

cvn66 — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:08:00 +0000

Morels aren't cheap and you shouldn't forage for them unless you really know what you are doing or are with someone who does. Found and Foraged (I think that is the name) has had them in the past at the Ballard Farmers Market. Fresh can be a challenge to find, but dried morels are pretty easy to come across (most specialty stores carry them and they work as well as fresh). The nice thing about morels is, despite their price, you really don't need a large amount of them.

By: Ytoo

Ytoo — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:03:41 +0000

It's easier to just ignore the entire business.

By: Ytoo

Ytoo — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:01:59 +0000

Come spring start looking in the woods. Really they are seldom if ever sold anything but fresh. The only place I have ever seen them sold is at The Market at around $50 a pound.

By: SPG

SPG — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:38:54 +0000

People who shop in lifestyle boutiques like to hear that term.

By: SPG

SPG — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:37:39 +0000

I think I've had a real problem finding a spot in Ballard once. Then again, I don't consider walking a block to be a problem, yet people who have no problem parking at the far end of a mall parking lot and hike in will not go in to a shop if they have to park anywhere but right in front.

By: Ballardmom

Ballardmom — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:43:52 +0000

Ok here is a request or if anyone knows where to find them. I just came across a recipe for morel mushrooms and I've never tried them before. They are apparently supposed to be “the best tasting mushroom ever”. They don't have them at Ballard Market or QFC. Anyone know where to get them?

By: Ballardmom

Ballardmom — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:38:31 +0000

Good point. The “lifestyle boutique” stuff probably came from the PR firm who swears that the public loves catch phrases like that. Ironic.

By: Ballardmom

Ballardmom — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:37:22 +0000

Which phrase? “lifestyle boutique” or “lutefisk”? :)

By: JK

JK — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 06:49:54 +0000

I'm excited for this lifestyle boutique -- my current lifestyle has become a little worn, a bit dated. I'm ready for something new! I was thinking: Cali Surfer! Or maybe: Indie Musician!

If my new lifestyle doesn't fit right, though, may I return or exchange?

In all seriousness, I'll stop at this store when downtown, and if they have stuff I want, I'll buy it!

By: motorrad

motorrad — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:35:53 +0000

Ride your bike or bus it.

By: savvy girl

savvy girl — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:06:13 +0000

I'll be stopping by on my way to dinner parties for something nice to bring and maybe a little hostess gift! And, most likely, an interesting and affordable bottle of wine that it sounds like I'll be able to taste right there in the shop.

By: stopthebuzz

stopthebuzz — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:31:23 +0000

If you're correct, they'll go out of business due to the lack of “need” for it. My guess is that they will do just fine.

Is Trader Joes really that far?

What about Sharif's?
http://www.myballard.com/2009/10/13/locks-deli-...

By: ZephyrV2

ZephyrV2 — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:08:00 +0000

I'd ignore the phrases like lifestyle boutique. Focus on the fact that the owners are looking for feedback and requests! They sound like they want this store to be what the neighborhood wants – A smart plan to be successful. So if you want herring or budget items, ask them! If there's enough of a market for it I imagine they'd keep on selling it. If not, then bummer for you. But at least you have the option to try to influence what's on the shelves.

By: NoraBell

NoraBell — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:42:41 +0000

It's not just being cheap. Some of us don't make as much as we used to.

By: eic

eic — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:38:02 +0000

yep, i'm going to keep an open mind but that phrase nearly made mehurl…

By: SPG

SPG — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:31:20 +0000

Fred Meyer!

Ok, in all seriousness what would you put in that kind of space that could meet the rent and cater to the cheapskate, I mean frugal shopper?

By: oldebbitt

oldebbitt — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:47:34 +0000

savour looks wonderful! small shops(boutiques)with thoughtful+ personal touches, not to mention a local family-run, neighborhood place can foster an even greater community. wishing the hard working people behind this venture great success!

By: Ballardmom

Ballardmom — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:33:14 +0000

Words like “lifestyle boutique” make me cringe. I wonder if they'll carry pickled herring and lutefisk for me since many of the Scandanavian stores are closing. Ok, I'm not being sarcastic – I really do love those foods and they can be hard to find.

By: LBB

LBB — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:45:01 +0000

Sounds like Dish D'Lish

By: carolmr

carolmr — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:32:57 +0000

YaY for foods to go and Macrina bakery items. Boo for no where to park to run in and buy them.

By: Dave

Dave — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:15:58 +0000

ugh… another “boutique” shop in Ballard. Ballard doesn't need another “boutique” shop, Ballard needs a shop for a frugal shopper like myself that likes to buy good values. Right now the closest shop like that to downtown Ballard is Trader Joes.

By: NoraBell

NoraBell — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:01:42 +0000

I'm still a little confused about this place, but I wish them luck.